Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
Suv · Diesel
vs
Ford Escape SEL
Suv · Electric · AWD
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d blends diesel efficiency (4.8 L/100 km) with usable 0–100 km/h in 8.0 s and a 460 L trunk, suiting growing families and road trips. It prioritizes economy and safety standing over outright performance or maximum cargo flexibility.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.8 L/100km
Ford Escape SEL
Car B
Ford Escape SEL
An efficient, five-seat AWD model with generous cargo space, the Ford Escape SEL suits growing families and road trips. It prioritizes practicality and safety over luxury flair or speed.
5 seatsSuvElectric5-star safety190 hpAWDElectric
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 62 / 87
City 51 / 61
Budget / value 51 / 63
Road trip 52 / 71
Performance 27 / 29
Cargo 33 / 63
Practical 43 / 64
Premium 45 / 26
Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d · Orange = Ford Escape SEL

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Ford Escape SEL
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d

  • Efficient for its class at 4.8 L/100 km, keeping fuel use low on long drives.
  • Strong safety standing in its class.
  • Balanced performance (0–100 km/h in 8.0 s, 150 hp, 300 Nm) for everyday driving.
  • Five seats and a 460 L trunk support family duty and weekend trips.

Ford Escape SEL

  • Efficient for its class with low combined consumption and a stated 500 km range.
  • Large 982 L cargo area supports family gear and travel.
  • AWD traction adds confidence in varied weather.
  • Good value in its segment around $35,000.

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d uses 4.8 L/100km vs 6.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Ford Escape SEL if…
All-wheel drive
Ford Escape SEL's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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